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27 Bathroom Mirror Ideas (Almost) As Pretty As Your Own Reflection

For every style, shape, and size.

By Hadley Mendelsohn and Kate McGregor
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Heidi Caillier Design

The best bathroom mirror ideas deliver on aesthetics and practicality. After all, bathroom mirrors always let you know when there's something green stuck in your teeth and they never judge you for staring. Seriously, though, they can help you achieve your loftiest bathroom design goals. The right bathroom mirror can contribute a sense of spaciousness, enhance the natural light (or play the role of a window if there isn't one), and elevate the walls. They're a quick and cost-effective way to make a dated space feel fresh too.

Compared with other decorative items like sofas and light fixtures, bathroom mirrors seem to be oblivious to passing trends. Whether square or oval, rimless or ornately framed, a bathroom mirror is timeless when you pair it with complementary design elements and accessories. Our only stipulation: Be sure to choose one made of tempered glass, which is treated to resist cracking that could happen due to sharp changes in temperature (like your steamy shower on an otherwise chilly winter morning) or accidental bumps.

The best bathroom mirror ideas can give a space personality all on their own. You don't need to worry about matching the vanity or shower fixture finishes; in fact, your bathroom mirror doesn't have to match anything else in the room if you don't want it to. So let's all take a good, hard look at these 28 bathroom mirror ideas. You'll see how easily they can elevate any space, no matter what size, shape, style, or budget you're working with.

1

The Work of Art

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A large circular mirror set in a square frame ties together all the silver accents in this bathroom. The antiqued metal also brings an eclectic feeling to the whitewashed space.

Buy Now Marlena Antiqued Glass Frame Wall Mirror $599

2

The Corner Mirror

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Rather than choose a wall for a small corner sink, why not place the mirror between them? This bite-size bathroom is satisfyingly symmetrical when you slice the sink and mirror down the middle.

Buy Now Eastbrook Corner-Mount Frameless Mirror $93

3

The Coordinated Frame

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In this masculine bathroom, the mirror frame, navy countertop, and artwork mat add subtle color. The bevel in the mirror's frame gives it a little extra visual interest again the flat wood paneling.

Buy Now Blake Mirror $978

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4

The Side View

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To accompany the wall-to-wall mirror over the vanity, a narrow side mirror gives you a 360-degree view during your skincare routine.

Buy Now Iron Contemporary Mirror $70

5

The Camouflaged Mirror

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For a subtle reflection of light, frame the mirrors to match the stone, wallpaper, or wall paint. Not only does this create a seamless look, but it is also a great way to make use of leftover or scrap materials.

Buy Now Frameless Round Mirror $299

6

The Hinged Pair

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If you've ever been in a situation where the bathroom mirror is just a bit too high or too low, opt for a mirror on hinges. It allows even your tallest family member to freshen up without crouching.

Buy Now Vintage Rounded Pivot Mirror $359

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7

The Full-Bleed Mirror

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Tom Ferguson

The floor-to-ceiling wall mirror doubles this small bathroom's gorgeous architectural elements (visually, at least) and makes it look larger. Add color with accessories and sense of polish with fancy soaps, as done in this space by design firm Arent & Pyke.

BUY NOW Frameless Wall Mirror, $168

8

The Mirrored Vanity

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WILLIAM ABRANOWICZ

Who says mirrors are limited to the wall? In this bathroom, homeowners Christian Burch and John Frenchette opted for a mirrored cabinet vanity. It makes the room feel bigger and adds a touch of glam.

BUY NOW Mirrored Vanity, $499

9

The Folded Corner Mirror

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2LG Studio

We love a dramatic bubblegum pink moment. London-based design firm 2LG Studio turn an awkward corner into something awesome with a custom vanity and mirror. Let's call it the folded mirror corner effect.

BUY NOW Kate & Laurel Half Moon Mirror, $150

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10

The Double Wide Mirror

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Felix Forest

Just because you have double sinks doesn't mean you need double mirrors. Pick a single mirror that stretches from one end of the vanity to the other. If there's a hidden cabinet behind the mirror, even better; you'll get double the storage space. In this bathroom designed by Arent & Pyke, the simple bronze frame of the mirror highlights the other shimmery details and pops amid the dark gray grooved drawers and black sconces.

BUY NOW BD Studio Brass Square Mirror, $948

11

The Mirrored Cabinet

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BRIAN WOODCOCK

If you're short on bathroom storage, a mirrored cabinet above the sink is a no-brainer. In this farmhouse chic bathroom, the rustic mirrored cabinet blends in effortlessly.

BUY NOW Vintage Cabinet With Mirror, $112

12

The Angular Double Mirrors

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ROGER DAVIES

Double mirrors free up wall space for extra lighting that you can't have with a wall-to-wall mirror. That third sconce is optimal for flawless makeup application. If you love symmetry, this is the bathroom mirror idea for you.

BUY NOW West Elm Framed Rectangular Mirror, $299

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13

The Shapely Mirror

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Matthew Williams

Veer away from the classic rectangle and circle mirrors and try something with a more interesting abstract shape. In this powder room designed by Studio DB, the mirror complements the curvature of the countertop. The singular blush pink bulb makes this space a perfect blend of elegant and on-trend. We found a more affordable version of the midcentury Gio Ponti for Gubi design.

BUY NOW CB2 Specchio Mirror, $499

14

The Window Treatment Mirror

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Francesco Lagnese

Don't let too many windows and not enough wall space stop you from staring at yourself in the mirror all day. Where there's a narcissist, there's a way. (Just kidding.) But really, take note from this quirky space and secure a mirror above the sink in front of the window. Then gang curtains at the midpoint of the window for a visually intriguing approach. You'll ensure privacy and keep things interesting style-wise.

BUY NOW DWR Mondrian Mirror, $250

15

The Sideways Kid-Friendly Mirror

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Studio/Lifestyle

If you love playing with shape and switching up design compositions, take note from this bathroom designed by Studio/Lifestyle. The sideways oval mirror is also placed lower on the wall, which makes it both kid-friendly and intriguing.

BUY NOW AYTM Angui Mirror, $330

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16

The Hanging Mirror

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Chango & Co.

Hanging mirrors are having a moment in the design world. There's something about them that feels playful and stylish yet easy going. In this bathroom in a family home designed by Chango & Co., the the schoolhouse sink and red stool and sconce add to a contemporary farmhouse vibe.

BUY NOW CB2 Victor Mirror, $179

17

The Skinny Vertical Mirror

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House Beautiful

When designing a tiny powder room, you'll have on choice but to get creative. Here, the designer flanked the sink with sconces and then added a narrow vertical mirror to fit perfectly in the slim space between the window and corner.

BUY NOW Bungalow 5 Tall Mirror, $248

18

The Leaning Full-Length Mirror

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Shannon McGrath

This is far the easiest bathroom mirror idea since all you have to do is get in the room and then lean it against the wall. Yet it looks sophisticated and polished. The edgy matte black finish, luxe marble floors, and neutral colors throughout ensure a polished whole with just a touch of eccentricity in this bathroom designed by Hecker Guthrie.

BUY NOW Crate & Barrel Knox Mirror, $699

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19

The Oval Double Sinks

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2LG Studio

And here we are again with classic double mirrors over double sinks, but, this time, they're oval. The learning moment? Pick a motif and stick it for a consistent aesthetic. In this case, 2LG Studio chose oval mirrors to reflect the rounded sink basins and built-ins.

BUY NOW Wade Logan Frameless Oval Mirror, $94

20

The Vanity Mirrors

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MAX KIM-BEE

Even if your sink is right up against a wall-to-wall window, you can still have a mirror moment. Try putting little hand mirror on the shelf for easy access and touch ups, and/or secure a retractable vanity mirror to the wall for those moments when you need to be hands-free.

BUY NOW Menu Pepe Wall Mirror, $650

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